How to make a sock owl: photos

Toddlers and preschoolers love to get their hands dirty with some arts and crafts. So why not give this idea a go? Sock owls are easy to make and don't need any special equipment. Best of all, there's no sewing!

Concept and photos provided by blogger Jacqueline Meldrum.

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The equipment

To make a sock owl you will need:

an old sock, preferably a patterned one

some scraps of felt

buttons

a small piece of card

double-sided tape

scissors

tissues

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Step one

Cut the sock to a point just below the heel.

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Step two

Stick some double-sided tape along the inside of the point.

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Step three

Stuff the owl with tissue until he has a fat, cuddly body.

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Step four

Peel the backing off the double-sided tape and seal the top shut.

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Step five

Put a little tape under the pointed tip.

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Step six

Fold the tip over on to the body. This folded section will form the owl's face.

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Step seven

Add a small triangle cut out of felt to make the owl's beak.

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Step eight

Cut out two equal circles from the felt. They should be roughly the same size as a two pence piece.

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Step nine

Stick the buttons to the circles of felt. These will form the owl's beady eyes!

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Step 10

Cut out a pair of feet for the owl. To strengthen the felt, stick them to a piece of card. Then attach the feet to the bottom of the owl.

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Step 11

Stick on a pair of felt wings. Cut the felt into a leaf shape to make the perfect wing.

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The end result!

And there you have it! A cute little sock owl, made in no time at all!

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